Funding search · EIN 593437461 · Winter Park, FL

The John R and Ruth W Gurtler

A private foundation (files IRS Form 990-PF). Most private foundations do not take unsolicited applications; the route in is usually a program officer.

56
grants reported
$1.3M
total given
2022–2025
filing years
$18,500
median grant

Based on grants this organization reported to the IRS for tax years 20222025. This is what they filed, not a complete record of their giving, and recent years may be incomplete because filings lag.

What they fund

youthservicesschoolcollegesuppliesmentoringmusicplayground

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Top recipients

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  • John Hopkins School of Nurse4 grants · $272,000
  • The Christian Service Center4 grants · $140,000
  • Rollins College4 grants · $140,000
  • Winter Park Public Library4 grants · $120,000
  • First Congregational Church of Wint4 grants · $81,624
  • A Gift for Teaching4 grants · $80,500
  • Lighthouse Central Florida4 grants · $75,000
  • Welbourne Nursery & Preschool3 grants · $66,300
  • Grace Medical Home3 grants · $50,000
  • Boys Scouts of America3 grants · $50,000

Giving over time

$344,099
2022
$301,600
2023
$284,300
2024
$326,500
2025

Grant history

All 56 reported grants, largest first.

  • $70,000

    John Hopkins School of Nurse · Baltimore, MD · 2025

    To provide scholarship for returning peace corps vol for the masters of science in nursing program, entry into nursing program.

  • $68,000

    John Hopkins School of Nurse · Baltimore, MD · 2024

    To provide scholarship for returning peace corps vol for the doctor of nursing program, advanced practice program.

  • $68,000

    John Hopkins School of Nurse · Baltimore, MD · 2023

    To provide scholarship for returning peace corps vol for the doctor of nursing program, advanced practice program.

  • $66,000

    John Hopkins School of Nurse · Baltimore, MD · 2022

    To provide scholarship for returning peace corps vol for the master's entry into nursing program.

  • $65,000

    Rollins College · Winter Park, FL · 2022

    To provide funding for a microwave reactor and digital scholarships.

  • $45,000

    The Christian Service Center · Orlando, FL · 2025

    To provide funding for the family and emergency services program and the daily bread kitchen.

  • $35,000

    The Christian Service Center · Orlando, FL · 2022

    To provide funding for the love pantry, family and emergency services program and the daily bread kitchen.

  • $30,000

    Grace Medical Home · Orlando, FL · 2025

    To provide funding for pre-medical gap-year internship program and for integrated pediatric care.

  • $30,000

    Winter Park Public Library · Winter Park, FL · 2025

    To provide funding for the "summer reading program".

  • $30,000

    The Christian Service Center · Orlando, FL · 2024

    To provide funding for the family and emergency services program and the daily bread kitchen.

  • $30,000

    Winter Park Public Library · Winter Park, FL · 2024

    To provide funding for the "summer reading program".

  • $30,000

    The Christian Service Center · Orlando, FL · 2023

    To provide funding for the family and emergency services program and the daily bread kitchen.

  • $30,000

    Winter Park Public Library · Winter Park, FL · 2023

    To provide funding for the "summer reading program".

  • $30,000

    Winter Park Public Library · Winter Park, FL · 2022

    To provide funding for the "summer reading program".

  • $28,024

    First Congregational Church of Wint · Winter Park, FL · 2022

    To provide funding for the faith formation and for church's preschool for equipment, supplies and playground improvements.

  • $25,600

    First Congregational Church of Wint · Winter Park, FL · 2023

    To provide funding for the faith formation program, playground improvements, classroom supplies, special events, upgrades to nursery room.

  • $25,000

    Lighthouse Central Florida · Orlando, FL · 2025

    To provide funding for youth services program.

  • $25,000

    Rollins College · Winter Park, FL · 2025

    to provide FUNDING FOR the redesign OF THE COLLEGE'S HONORS DEGREE PROGRAM.

  • $25,000

    Scouting America · Apopka, FL · 2025

    To provide funding for the scoutreach program and camperships for at risk youth.

  • $25,000

    Rollins College · Winter Park, FL · 2024

    To provide funding for a conference in the liberal arts department

  • $25,000

    Rollins College · Winter Park, FL · 2023

    To provide funding for the college's first-year experience program, rollins college conference and improve student retention.

  • $25,000

    Welbourne Nursery & Preschool · Winter Park, FL · 2023

    TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR EXTENDED bathroomS renovationS.

  • $25,000

    Welbourne Nursery & Preschool · Winter Park, FL · 2022

    To provide funding for the purchase of playground improvements, hvac, office furniture and outdoor classroom enhancements.

  • $23,500

    A Gift for Teaching · Orlando, FL · 2025

    To provide funding for the artworks program, world art day supplies, and a gift for music programs.

  • $20,000

    A Gift for Teaching · Orlando, FL · 2024

    To provide funding for the artworks program, world art day supplies, and a gift for music programs.

  • $20,000

    Boys Scouts of America · Apopka, FL · 2024

    To provide funding for the scoutreach program.

  • $20,000

    Lighthouse Central Florida · Orlando, FL · 2022

    To provide funding for youth services program.

  • $18,500

    A Gift for Teaching · Orlando, FL · 2023

    To provide funding for the "school smarts" program, professional development for art teachers, a gift for music program.

  • $18,500

    A Gift for Teaching · Orlando, FL · 2022

    To provide funding for the "school smarts" program, professional development for art teachers, digital practice music videos, music tuition-free summer camp.

  • $16,300

    Welbourne Nursery & Preschool · Winter Park, FL · 2024

    To provide funding for highchairs, lawn maintenance, playground and a music instructor.

  • $15,500

    First Congregational Church of Wint · Winter Park, FL · 2025

    To provide funding for the faith formation program, vacation bible school, youth missions and retreats.

  • $15,000

    Lighthouse Central Florida · Orlando, FL · 2024

    To provide funding for youth services program.

  • $15,000

    Boys Scouts of America · Apopka, FL · 2023

    To provide funding for the scoutreach program.

  • $15,000

    Lighthouse Central Florida · Orlando, FL · 2023

    To provide funding for youth services program.

  • $15,000

    Winter Park Day Nursery · Winter Park, FL · 2023

    To provide funding for renovations of the school's playground used for older children.

  • $15,000

    Boys Scouts of America · Apopka, FL · 2022

    To provide funding for the scoutreach program.

  • $13,000

    Winter Park Day Nursery · Winter Park, FL · 2024

    To provide funding for renovations of the school's teacher/work resource room.

  • $12,500

    First Congregational Church of Wint · Winter Park, FL · 2024

    To provide funding for the faith formation program, vacation bible school, youth missions and retreats.

  • $12,000

    Support Our Scholars · Maitland, FL · 2025

    To provide funding for college expenses and mentorship for underprivileged young qualifiied women.

  • $12,000

    Support Our Scholars · Winter Park, FL · 2024

    To provide funding for college expenses and mentorship for underprivileged young qualifiied women who exhibit potential.

  • $12,000

    Support Our Scholars · Winter Park, FL · 2023

    To provide funding for college expenses and mentorship for underprivileged young qualifiied women who exhibit potential.

  • $12,000

    Support Our Scholars · Winter Park, FL · 2022

    To provide funding for young, underprivileged women with college expenses and provide mentoring.

  • $10,000

    Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Flo · Orlando, FL · 2025

    To provide support for academic, mentoring and other youth programs in eatonville, florida.

  • $10,000

    Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Flo · Orlando, FL · 2024

    To provide support for academic, mentoring and other youth programs in eatonville, florida.

  • $10,000

    Grace Medical Home · Orlando, FL · 2024

    To purchase medical supplies for patients that do not have medical insurance.

  • $10,000

    Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Flo · Orlando, FL · 2023

    To provide support for academic, mentoring and other youth programs in eatonville, florida.

  • $10,000

    Grace Medical Home · Orlando, FL · 2023

    To purchase medical supplies for patients that do not have medical insurance.

  • $10,000

    Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Flo · Orlando, FL · 2022

    To provide support for academic, mentoring and other youth programs in eatonville, florida.

  • $10,000

    Winter Park High School Foundation · Winter Park, FL · 2022

    To provide funding for digital video production studio for the ninth grade center.

  • $8,000

    Winter Park Day Nursery · Winter Park, FL · 2025

    To provide funding for renovations of the school's exterior and interior of building and grounds.

  • $7,075

    Winter Park Day Nursery · Winter Park, FL · 2022

    TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR replacement of thermostats, laundry room renovations and CEILING FANS.

  • $5,000

    Winter Park Ymca Family Center · Winter Park, FL · 2025

    To provide funding for sensory play and support items for the play center and financial support for underprivileged families.

  • $2,500

    Fast Start Management · Winter Park, FL · 2025

    To provide support for the fast start track and field invitational.

  • $2,500

    Fast Start Management · Winter Park, FL · 2024

    To provide support for the fast start track and field invitational.

  • $2,500

    Fast Start Management · Winter Park, FL · 2023

    To provide support for the fast start track and field invitational.

  • $2,500

    Fast Start Management · Winter Park, FL · 2022

    To provide support for the fast start track and field invitational.

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Source: IRS Form 990-PF, Part XV, as filed by the foundation. These are grants already paid — a record of what this funder backs, not an open call.